Manager, Health Economics and Outcomes Research

Job Description Summary #LI-Hybrid Location: Toronto, Ontario Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. This job posting is for an existing position Implement country-level health economics, pricing and reimbursement strategies to support timely listings and contract renewals for Novartis brands. Translate payer research into actionable insights, shape evidence-based pricing and market positioning, and lead cross-functional development of high-quality HTA and pricing and reimbursement submissions. Develop impactful product listing agreements and negotiation strategies in collaboration with Health Policy, Access, Medical and international HEOR partners.   Job Description Key responsibilities: ·       Lead the development of optimal brand pricing strategies in collaboration with Global and Regional Pricing and Reimbursement teams and Brand Directors or Managers.  ·       Develop robust economic evidence and clear value messages to support timely listing and optimal national patient access for Novartis brands.  ·       Lead HTA submissions for assigned assets, working with cross-functional partners to support the overall Access strategy.  ·       Interpret payer research and the Canadian reimbursement environment to identify opportunities, barriers and stakeholder needs for asset launches.  ·       Develop high-quality evidence dossiers, submission strategies, plans and deliverables for Canadian HTA and pricing and reimbursement bodies, including Canada’s Drug Agency and INESSS.  ·       Partner with Access, Medical, International HEOR and other internal stakeholders to define contracting strategies for new and existing products.  ·       Develop product listing agreements and negotiation strategies in collaboration with Health Policy and Access colleagues.  ·       Coordinate internal processes and external partners, including procurement, vendor engagement and HEOR approval activities, to deliver evidence-generation work efficiently.  ·       Report product-related technical complaints, adverse events and special-case scenarios within 24 hours of receipt, and support distribution of marketing samples where applicable.    Essential Requirements: ·       Relevant advanced education in health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, outcomes research or a related discipline; strong English communication skills; and demonstrated experience in Canadian HTA and market access.  ·       Understanding of the Canadian HTA process, including Canada’s Drug Agency and INESSS, and the ability to assess launch opportunities and hurdles strategically.  ·       Expertise in at least one HTA evidence area, such as economic modelling, systematic reviews or indirect treatment comparisons.  ·       Experience developing or contributing to HTA strategies, evidence dossiers and submissions for pharmaceutical assets.  ·       Knowledge across health economics, epidemiology, biostatistics, systematic reviews and market access.  ·       Ability to collaborate effectively across Access, Medical, HEOR and other cross-functional or international teams.  ·       Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment and a willingness to learn internal processes and ways of working.  ·       Demonstrated action orientation, collaboration, self-awareness and ability to optimize work processes.    Rewards At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. Expected Remuneration Range for role:        CAD 121,873 – 169,188 The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis